Manic Street Preacher Nicky Wire has been visiting Tenby since he was a boy. Here, he explains why the small south Wales seaside town with a big artistic heritage holds a special place in his heart and and how it inspires his lyrics

Self-catering cottages in Wales and Scotland are all about spectacular locations and dramatic landscapes. In the third part of our guide, we round up some of the best companies offering great places to stay there

If balls of fire and barrels of flaming tar sound a bit alarming, there are also fun runs, live music and, of course, fireworks in Dixe Wills's round-up of the best places to spend a traditional New Year's Eve